Food Service Associate VI - FT

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The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

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EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

POSITION SUMMARY

To interact with patients and patient care staff to deliver high quality food & service for patients and guests at Bay Area Hospital.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains accurate diet orders, changes, and computer entry, within departmental guidelines
• Communicates effectively in written and/or verbal form with staff regarding diet orders and food production
• Works tray line
• Interacts with patients on individual basis to collect menu choices and obtain patient food preferences
• Calculates special diet
• Enters diet orders/food items into the computer
• Gives diet instruction material and information as authorized by registered dietitian
• Completes monthly inpatient meal surveys
• Assist with scheduling dietitian outpatient appointments as needed
• Follows procedures for safe food handling and sanitation
• Participates in hospital committees and/or task forces
• Performs other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficiently operates Palm Pilot, calculator, computer, telephone, printer, copy machine, and fax machine
• Understands different types and degrees of diet therapy
• Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• Able to read, write legibly, and converse in the English language
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Must have or be able to obtain an Oregon Food Handler or Food Manager Certification or ServSafe Certification within 30 days of hire
• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Oregon State Drivers license preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Dietary Management Class certification or one (1) year experience working with diet therapy.
• Computer / keyboard/typing experience
• Previous participation in nutrition classes/education

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: UFCW

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach and stretch frequently
• May be required to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids
• Needs the ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on the telephone
• Requires significant use of computer, phone and general office equipment

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

POSITION SUMMARY

To interact with patients and patient care staff to deliver high quality food & service for patients and guests at Bay Area Hospital.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains accurate diet orders, changes, and computer entry, within departmental guidelines
• Communicates effectively in written and/or verbal form with staff regarding diet orders and food production
• Works tray line
• Interacts with patients on individual basis to collect menu choices and obtain patient food preferences
• Calculates special diet
• Enters diet orders/food items into the computer
• Gives diet instruction material and information as authorized by registered dietitian
• Completes monthly inpatient meal surveys
• Assist with scheduling dietitian outpatient appointments as needed
• Follows procedures for safe food handling and sanitation
• Participates in hospital committees and/or task forces
• Performs other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficiently operates Palm Pilot, calculator, computer, telephone, printer, copy machine, and fax machine
• Understands different types and degrees of diet therapy
• Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• Able to read, write legibly, and converse in the English language
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Must have or be able to obtain an Oregon Food Handler or Food Manager Certification or ServSafe Certification within 30 days of hire
• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Oregon State Drivers license preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Dietary Management Class certification or one (1) year experience working with diet therapy.
• Computer / keyboard/typing experience
• Previous participation in nutrition classes/education

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: UFCW

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach and stretch frequently
• May be required to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids
• Needs the ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on the telephone
• Requires significant use of computer, phone and general office equipment

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Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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